Chaos at TMC’s Kolkata office, Derek O’Brien falls down stairs as civic body removes ‘unauthorised’ billbord
TMC leader Abhishek Banerjee’s private security personnel, supporters and party leaders allegedly clashed with police and Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) officials on Thursday as they tried to prevent them from entering the Lok Sabha MP’s office on Camac Street and removing an ‘unauthorised’ billboard. The billboard, featuring TMC signage, had been installed on an iron structure facing the road on the building’s top floor. KMC officials eventually dismantled it after police entered the office.
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India secure best Women’s Hockey World Cup finish in 52 years after stunning 3-1 win over Germany
India signed off from the 2026 Women’s Hockey World Cup with a 3-1 victory over Germany at the Wagener Stadium in Amstelveen. With that, they secured fifth place and their strongest World Cup finish since the inaugural tournament in 1974.
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From creating 294 questions to its leak to students, MPSC paper leak probe uncovers entire chain of events
The investigation into the alleged paper leak for the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC) Drug Inspector (Group-B) exam on Thursday uncovered the entire chain of events—from the creation of a confidential ‘superset’ of 294 questions prior to the exam to its eventual leak to candidates. In this regard, the Mumbai Crime Branch has arrested six individuals in connection with the case, including three MPSC officials.
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Kashmir on red alert as 13 anti-national operatives, including 5 hybrid terrorists, arrested
Security forces have intensified their crackdown on terror networks and their support structures across Jammu and Kashmir following intelligence inputs about suspected terrorist activities and possible attempts to disturb peace in the Valley. In a major intelligence-led operation, joint teams of the Jammu and Kashmir Police, Indian Army and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) arrested 13 people, including five hybrid terrorists, overground workers and terror associates. The operations were carried out across Shopian, Pulwama, Sopore in Baramulla and Kulgam districts. The security forces also recovered a huge cache of weapons, ammunition, hand grenades and anti-national documents and posters during the operations.
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Death count in Nepal-Tibet flash floods rises 389, nearly 1,500 still missing | What we know so far
The death count from the Nepal-Tibet flash floods has gone up to 389 on Thursday, including 359 in Nepal and three in neighbouring Tibet, as the rescue operation is still underway to trace hundreds still missing, including 290 Indian nationals. The flash flood was triggered by an ice-rock avalanche which was caused by a glacial collapse near the Nepal-Tibet border that sent a torrent of water, mud and debris downstream through central Nepal on Wednesday, devastating towns and villages, washing away homes, vehicles, roads and bridges, and damaging hydropower projects.
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PM Modi to visit Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan from August 31, to attend SCO Summit, check details
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Uzbekistan from 29–30 August on a bilateral visit and the Kyrgyz Republic for the 26th SCO Summit from 31 August to 1 September 2026. At the invitation of the President of Uzbekistan, Shavkat Mirziyoyev, PM Modi will undertake a State Visit to Tashkent on 29–30 August 2026.This will be Prime Minister’s fourth visit to Uzbekistan. During the visit, he will hold delegation-level talks with President Mirziyoyev to further strengthen the strategic partnership between the two countries.
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Four Naga civilians killed, one missing as militants ambush vehicle in Manipur’s Kangpokpi
At least four people were killed and another person went missing after armed militants ambushed a vehicle in Manipur’s Kangpokpi district on Thursday, officials said. The incident took place in an isolated stretch between Makui Ashang and Thabamba Naga, raising fresh concerns over security in the region. All four victims belonged to the Liangmai Naga community and died at the spot following the attack. The bodies are being taken to Senapati district hospital for further procedures.
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Colombo Test ends in draw after India fail to break Sri Lanka’s resistance, courtesy of Sonal Dinusha’s ton
The second Test between India and Sri Lanka at R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo ended in a draw, as the Shubman Gill-led side had no answer to Sonal Dinusha’s resistance. The day started with Sri Lanka enjoying a 16-run lead, but with only four wickets remaining, India entered as the favourites. However, as the clock turned noon, the Dhananjaya de Silva-led side grew in confidence and put pressure back on India.
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Master Plan 2047: Here’s what it means for homebuyers and developers, experts explain
Delhi Master Plan 2047 comes at a time when the capital’s housing market is being shaped by sustained demand and limited scope for conventional expansion. The plan seeks to address both through redevelopment within existing neighbourhoods and planned growth on the city’s periphery. Its impact, however, is likely to emerge over time as these provisions translate into projects.
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Good news for taxi drivers in Maharashtra: Govt grants one-year grace period to learn Marathi
A major decision was on Thursday taken by the Maharashtra government as the state granted non-Marathi-speaking auto-rickshaw and taxi drivers one-year grace period to learn conversational Marathi. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis stated that representatives of auto-rickshaw and taxi driver associations had met him and requested an additional year for the drivers to learn the language. Acceding to their request, the government decided to grant this one-year grace period and no action will be taken against drivers for not knowing Marathi during this time.
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